Winner for T-Zone: Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash Contest/Giveaway

Despite only seeing 3 entries for this T-Zone: Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash Review giveaway, I believe that as this blog is still considered "new" on the beauty/healthy blogging scene in Singapore. As such, not much people may know about this giveaway. However, don't worry too much as this will not be the only blog giveaway, more will come soon.

And as such, it wasn't that hard to pick a winner among the small amount of entries. Although I had to admit, it was nerve-wrecking to find out how to use the name picker as still, it's this blog's 1st contest/giveaway. Hope I get to use it more soon :D Without much further ado, here's the lucky winner of the T-Zone: Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash Contest/Giveaway.

Congratulations to Katie Cai

You will be receiving a PM and email from me respectively. If I do not hear from you in a week, I will have to choose another winner. So, kindly pm me your mailing address a.s.a.p when you see my PM and/or email.

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T-Zone: Skin Perfect Pore Tightening Cleanser Review

This review is written in conjunction with T-Zone: Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash Review where there's a contest/giveaway for a T-Zone: Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash, proudly brought to you by Nezon Marketing, sole distributor of T-Zone products.

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Kindly note that no money was involved~

WHAT IS IT: T-Zone: Skin Perfect Pore Tightening Cleanser

THE PRODUCT(S):

T-Zone: Skin Perfect Pore Tightening Cleanser: Lifts away dirt and it's naturally active formula purifies, tightens pores and reduce shine. Ta daa!

It's super fast, deep cleansing action, no rinsing required. Cleanses, freshens skin, tightens pores and reduces shine in one step! And antibacterial action keeps on working to purify skin and help prevent spots.

I like the nozzle of this Pore Tightening Cleanser where the opening ensures it doesn't spill and yet easy to dispense out onto a cotton wool pad.

It's a blue concoction, looks bluish when poured onto a cotton wool pad. But the blue gradually vanishes after swiping it across your face.

VERDICT: First of all, the scent. When I first took a whiff of it, the scent is a little minty with a hint of something that's reminiscent of the color blue. Can't really put my finger to it, but the scent just give me the color of blue. Maybe too much hardcore sniffing here and there. But the scent isn't a put-off, that I can say. It smells like it can disinfect, cleanses and tighten all at the same time, and I am guessing the tightening part is probably due to the existing minty scent.

This T-Zone: Skin Perfect Pore Tightening Cleanser concoction is actually blue in color and I guess this is what probably got me interested in trying this. As mentoned in my previous post, I had won a T-Zone Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash and Pore Tightening Cleanser from T-Zone Singapore Facebook page. Partly because I am plagued by oily skin from my school days, although the acne flares only show up a few years ago. And also partly, because I have nothing to lose from having a chance to try this out. And I can definitely safely deduce that I found a gem in this T-Zone series.

Because it's a tightening pore cleanser that's meant to be used as a after-wash toner, I did notice my blackheads becoming less visible after usage. And my face felt refreshed and clean, and I meant a really thorough clean feeling. Upon using, it gives a really good cooling and tingling sensation on my face. And unlike other Tea Tree-related toners I've used before, where the cooling/tingling sensation last for a split second. This one lasts slightly longer and it's as if you can literally feel your pores tightening upon using it. This has all the makings (read: ingredients) of those Oxy-5/Oxy-10 and other tea tree-esque products, all in one simple bottle.

As I've previously tried using another well-known brand-name Tea Tree Oil on my chin, only to get an onslaught of acne flares for no reason, I thought I was going to give up on Tea Tree-related products. But this came along, and despite having Tea Tree as one of it's main ingredients, I am really happy that it didn't aggravate my already existing acne-flares that much. Sure, a pimple here and there once in a while is still alright, as it shows our skin is still at the "I-am-still-young" stage, but too much is definitely an overkill. And I am glad I decided to try this one, and I am definitely loving what it has done for my skin. My pimples are definitely much more well-behaved now.

Enriched with fast acting, anti-blemish ingredients, the T-Zone Effective Nature product line up has everything you need to get clearer skin. Fast! Years ago the clever people over at T-Zone HQ were the first to realize that Tea Tree Oil is a true spot fighting hero. Its antibacterial action is clinically proven to work and it doesn't cause any of the nasty side effects that some anti-blemish ingredients have like itchy, dry skin. So, T-Zone Effective Nature’s range of Cleanse, Clear and Care products were created with Tea Tree Oil and very good they were too!

Then things got even better because T-Zone discovered another natural anti-blemish ingredient....Manuka Honey. This sweet treat isn’t just for spreading on your toast; it has a powerful antibacterial action. The great thing about Manuka Honey is that whilst it acts fast on treating spots and blemishes it’s really kind to skin. So with both Manuka Honey and Tea Tree Oil the new T-Zone Effective Nature products get to work on spots from the first time you use them. You’ll soon be saying bye bye blemishes, hello soft, smooth skin!

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And personally, I am glad the folks at T-Zone (And much more love to Nezon Marketing for bringing this in too!!) actually came up with a facial series that not only uses Tea Tree but also Manuka Honey as it's main ingredient(s). As some of us folks might have skin that is a tad sensitive to pure Tea Tree, but with Manuka Honey, it's also moisturizing at the same time. And to be honest, after using both the T-Zone Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash and T-Zone Skin Perfect Pore Tightening Cleanser, I've kinda stopped using a facial moisturizer for a month now. I would have very much like to attribute to being lazy, but then, that's not the case here. Just the pore tightening cleanser itself already made my skin feels a tad more moisturized to the extent that I've stopped using facial moisturizers. Although the eye-creams and lip-balms are a must, no matter what ^^

This is absolutely one product range I (in a Singaporean's method) die die must recommend to anyone and everyone who's been plague by acne and tea tree woes. Despite that it's best to use it in the morning, afternoon and night for the product(s) to be effective, but it's okay to skip the afternoon cleansing, if time and place prevents you from doing so. Just remember that after a night of sleep, you definitely do need to wash the grime, sweat and dirt off your face first thing in the morning. And at the same time, to wash off those same things resting on our skin surface after a day's worth of work, school, etc at night.

PRODUCT RATING: ✓✓✓

WHAT I THINK: Tea Tree + Manuka Honey = Perfect Combination!

WHERE TO REDEEM SAMPLE: As usual, this product is brought over to Singapore exclusively by Nezon Marketing, hence like some of their other products available, they always have contests where fans can win. And it's not just only 1 winner, multiple winners are guaranteed. Unless stated otherwise, and customer service is always wonderful and excellent. If you have doubts, you can actually ask for help as well.

So, just go over to T-Zone Singapore Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/TZoneSg, and Like their page to be notified of upcoming contests, giveaways, etc.

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There's a giveaway/contest for 1 lucky fan, just go over to my previous post at T-Zone: Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash Review to find out more!! And good luck :)

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T-Zone: Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash Review

This T-Zone Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash is proudly sponsored and brought to you by the wonderful folks at Nezon Marketing, sole distributor of T-Zone Products.

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Kindly note that no money was involved~

WHAT IS IT: T-Zone Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash

THE PRODUCT(S):

T-Zone Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash: T-Zone Fresh Start Exfoliating Daily Wash - For dull skin - Contains Manuka Honey and Tea Tree Oil. Regular exfoliation unclogs pores; skin feels fresh, smooth and ultra clean from day one!

Gentle enough to use every day but effective enough to help keep pores clear. Antibacterial action helps to stop spots forming. Microfine Exfoliation Beads sweep away dirt & oil, cleans deep into pores. Antibacterial Tea Tree Oil helps to beat spot causing bacteria, Manuka Honey is antibacterial and moisturizing so it helps to clear spots without leaving your skin dry or tight. Salicylic Acid gently exfoliates dead skin cells to stop pores getting blocked. Menthol leaves skin feeling cool and fresh and Vitamin C helps to heal spots and reduce redness.

The scent is a little minty and it has small active micro-beads which is gentle enough to use on a daily basis, as compared to other exfoliating facial cleansers that can only be used once or twice weekly. And it is a clear-based cleanser where you can see little micro-beads in it.

Typically, I'm a lazy person, so I regularly use a Face Washing Brush when I don't feel like using my finger-pad for excessive rubbing on my face/skin.

VERDICT: First of all, talking about the scent is an absolute must at this blog!! You can call me weird, but I'm not fond of putting weird-smelling products on my face, hair or anywhere else, unless it's proved, touted and madly raved on how effective it is. Unlike other Tea Tree facial products I've used where the scent of Tea Tree is either faint or non-existence, I can detect a little hint of something minty in this T-Zone Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash. Well, I wouldn't know exactly how actual Tea Tree scent is supposed to be like, since every product out on the market that confesses to have Tea Tree as an ingredient all smelled differently. But I'm just hoping it smells minty overall :/ But before I go carry on with the review, here's a little info regarding the important ingredients that goes into this T-Zone Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash.

Tea Tree

In addition to working as a cleanser, tea tree also possesses anti-inflammatory properties. It can help soothe your inflamed skinned so that an outbreak is less noticeable. Tea tree possesses powerful antimicrobial actions. Medline Plus, a scientific research review service from the National Institutes of Health, finds that research supports tea tree as an antibacterial agent. Acne eruptions are the result of bacterial infection, and tea tree products, especially tea tree oil easily penetrates your skin so it can attack the bacteria that cause the infection and inflammation.

Manuka Honey

Manuka honey is the most researched, most powerful medicinal honey known today. It has the ability to penetrate skin tissue and treat infections beneath the skin. Clinically proven to cure wounds, infections, ulcers and other skin conditions. Its antibacterial, antiseptic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory properties are unchallenged. So apart from conquering inflammation and bacteria, which are two major factors in acne, Manuka honey also has shown to draw out impurities in, even in highly infested, problematic, wounds. So it might have the same effect on acne pimples as well. It also has proven to stimulate the growth of new skin cells and fasten wound closure which helps reduce acne scars.

I had previously won a T-Zone Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash and Pore Tightening Cleanser from T-Zone Singapore Facebook page. As my skin always seems to be undecided on it's next course of action whenever a new pimple sprouts, I thought I had nothing to lose from trying this. To be honest, I've used other Tea Tree related products from well-known brands previously. And although it worked, but it soon loses it's effectiveness over-time. Plus the fact that after cleansing, I always managed to see/find leftover facial residue on my face despite washing my face thoroughly. (This is my second set after finishing the ones I've won previously!)

But it soon changed with this T-Zone Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash, it doesn't make my pores feel clogged at all and each time after using, I didn't find any leftover facial cleansing residue on my face at all. And at the same time, even though this product has Tea Tree, it also has Manuka Honey as it's other ingredients. And we all know how we sometimes use honey as a form of facial mask we do, in the event where we are tired of using so many different products that it simply went from being effective to not working anymore. I know I've used honey as a secondary ingredient in home-made DIY face masks, hence I was really interested to want to give this a try.

And I am definitely glad I did! I like the fact that there are active micro-beads in this T-Zone Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash and it's so tiny that it's actually gentle enough to use on a daily basis. I don't feel as if my skin is being tortured when I exfoliate with this daily, as compared to other facial exfoliants which hurts my skin to the point of looking red like a lobster. So much as I sometimes dread doing facial exfoliating, even if it's only once a week. Yep, that bad! It's worse to see your cheeks look red and angry and it's even worse to feel the pain literally whenever you accidentally brush your hands against the irritated area accidentally. Almost like a cheek-related nightmare where you are fully awake and experiencing it.

But with Manuka Honey present, it soothes while cleansing, all at the same time. I especially love how T-Zone thought of using honey in a facial cleanser/wash, it feels like this product is invented because the inventors themselves have experienced something similar like my old exfoliating woes before and wants to make daily facial exfoliating as painless as possible. This doesn't make my face feels overly-dry nor tight, and it's oh-so-gentle on my thin layer of skin. (The irony of the phrase "Thick Skin"..) And despite the odd mix of ingredients, I find that this lathers rather well and washes off easily too.

And it works quite well on my blackheads too, as they were less visible after 1 use. And those old acne/blemish scars on my face doesn't look prominent after close to a month's usage and new pimples that suddenly sprouted out normally takes long to heal, but with this, I think the existence of Manuka Honey made the healing progress slightly faster than before. I can still remember this horrible pimple I had during my school days where it just stayed red and angry and finally one fine day, I was so tired of it's existence I tried popping it and out came brownish pus. Yeck! And the wound was taking so long to heal. When I compared this particular episode to the healing time-frame on my acne now, yes, the healing is slightly faster and better than before. (I sure have impatient and itchy fingers that likes to "pop" things..)

As usual, just because you could be a tad lazy like me and use a facial cleansing brush instead of your fingers, don't be too excited and brushed too hard either. Go in gentle circular motion clockwise for 10-20 seconds, before switching in an anti-clockwise direction for another 10-20 seconds. And repeat this step for your cheeks, nose, chin until your skin feels clean. Gently, I repeat! You are cleansing your face, not scrubbing it off :/

VERDICT: ✓✓✓

WHAT I THINK: I like clean, unclogged pores. Especially on a daily basis~

WHERE TO REDEEM SAMPLE: As usual, this product is brought over to Singapore exclusively by Nezon Marketing, hence like some of their other products available, they always have contests where fans can win. And it's not just only 1 winner, multiple winners are guaranteed. Unless stated otherwise, and customer service is always wonderful and excellent. If you have doubts, you can actually ask for help as well.

So, just go over to T-Zone Singapore Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/TZoneSg, and Like their page to be notified of upcoming contests, giveaways, etc.

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Giveaway for 1 Lucky Reader/Fan

Have you used other Tea Tree facial cleansing products and failed to see an improvement to your skin-tone? Are you someone who has oily T-Zone and would love the feeling of clean and unclogged pores while being able to exfoliate your face on a daily basis without making your skin hurt and look red? Tea Tree and Manuka Honey as an ingredient in this daily wash actually moisturizes plus its antibacterial and has antiseptic properties. Well, you are in luck then as here's your lucky chance in winning this for yourself. Currently, T-Zone Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash are sold in Watsons.

Here's a small set of instructions on how you can join and win this T-Zone Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash for yourself:

• First of all, be a fan of T-Zone Sg Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/TZoneSg by clicking Like on them
• Secondly, go over to my Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/PuNiaosProductReviews and Like my page.
• Share & Comment on the Contest/Giveaway post on my Facebook page and get your friends to join.
• Next, tell me why you would like to win a T-Zone Deep Pore Exfoliating Daily Wash along with your Name, Facebook URL and Email Address as a comment under this post.
• Comments without all info that is required and stated above will automatically be disqualified via deletion, unless you re-submit it correctly.

The reasons why your Name, Facebook URL and Email Address are needed is because in the event you are a winner, if you cannot be contacted via email, there's still PM-ing function via Facebook to contact you as well.

Terms & Conditions

• This contest/giveaway is available and open to anyone who resides in Singapore currently.
• This contest/giveaway will start from 01 November and ends on 07 November 2012 at precisely midnight. Late entries will not be valid, so be alert!
• Each person is entitled to 1 entry only, to ensure that everyone has a fair chance.
• Once a winner has been chosen, decision is final.
• If the winner cannot be contacted by any means possible, another winner will be chosen and decision will be final.

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